Microsoft has launched a Walkie Talkie feature for Teams, aimed at making communication easier for frontline workers.
The feature is available on all Android and iOS devices via the Teams app, while Microsoft has also announced integrations with specialised devices from Samsung and Zebra which will have dedicated buttons to use the tool
“As the frontline faces continuous constraints from labour shortages and supply chain disruptions, they want technology that saves them time, helps them communicate more seamlessly, and maximises their efficiency when completing repetitive tasks,” Microsoft said, adding that the feature means workers can ditch traditional walkie talkies.
The Walkie Talkie feature was initially announced in 2020 and had been in preview ever since.
Zebra revealed that select devices will feature a button on the side that automatically activates the tool.
Anders Gustafsson, Chief Executive Officer of Zebra Technologies, said: “With this partnership, we’re excited to be able to provide frontline workers with the ability to use these devices to seamlessly communicate, collaborate, and stay productive in any conditions.”
The Walkie Talkie feature is available on all Android and iOS devices but needs to be enabled in the Teams Admin Center.
Headsets from Jabra and Klein also featured a dedicated button. A full list of devices can be found here.
